Usage patterns 〈 物もの 〉 の 模も 型けい を 作つく る to build a model of something
He built a model airplane.
模も 型けい を 組く み 立た てる to assemble a model kit
I assembled a new model kit over the weekend.
模も 型けい で 〈 事こと 〉 を 再さい 現げん する to recreate something using a model
This model was used to recreate the building's structure.
〈 物もの 〉 の 模も 型けい を 展てん 示じ する to put a model of something on display
The museum has a dinosaur model on display.
Related words· 6 ミニチュア emphasizes a small-scale, often decorative reproduction, while 模型 covers any scaled or simplified representation, including full-size anatomical or design mock-ups.
見本 is a sample or specimen used to show quality or type, while 模型 is a three-dimensional scaled representation of an object.
原型 is the original form or prototype from which something is later copied, while 模型 is the copy or representation itself, often at a different scale.
模型 refers to a physical scale replica such as a model airplane, while モデル is broader and also covers people, product versions, and abstract concepts.
Show 2 more Show fewer 模型 is a general term for any model or miniature, whereas モックアップ specifically denotes a full-scale mock-up made for design review or presentation.
模型 refers to scale models of objects like cars or buildings, whereas フィギュア usually refers to figures of people or characters.
Opposites 模型 is a scaled-down model or mockup, the opposite of 実機 , which is the full-size, working real thing.
Don't confuse with 模範 means an exemplary model or role model to be imitated in behavior, while 模型 is a physical, scaled-down object like a plastic kit or mock-up.
模型 usually refers to a scaled-down model (like a toy or diorama) built for representation, while レプリカ is a full-scale, faithful copy of a specific real object.
Counted with The all-purpose counter for small discrete objects, used when no more specific counter applies.
「台」 is used for models of large objects, machines, or vehicles.
Word family· 10 modeling; creating a model
model shop; model store
model train enthusiast; model railroader
anatomical model of the human body
atomic model
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model train; model railway
skeletal model; human skeleton model
full-size model; mock-up
model airplane; model plane
Written forms 模も 型けい Usage 100%
Standard kanji spelling; the word is almost always written this way.
モケイ Usage <1%
Etymology 模 (imitate, pattern) + 型 (mold, model). A straightforward kanji compound meaning 'imitation mold' or 'model'.
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